SHAFTALIGN®

Redefining the standard of laser shaft alignment

in precision shaft alignment

More than fourty years of experience

For over four decades, PRÜFTECHNIK Alignment Systems has continued to develop undisputed precision shaft alignment products. The maintenance departments in the top industrial organisations worldwide employ these highly-developed and user-friendly systems to measure and align machinery used in the power, chemical, water treatment, production and processing industries.

Expertise present in all industries ...

From the numerous PRÜFTECHNIK patents, a good number have been incorporated in the current SHAFTALIGN®. Its straightforward and intuitive operation, combined with a modular upgrade concept transforms SHAFTALIGN® into a dynamic precision laser alignment measurement instrument without overstretching your budget. With SHAFTALIGN®, the alignment of rotating machinery has never been simpler and convenient.

The standard of laser shaft alignment

Precision alignment pays back

Extend machine availability and efficiency

Why alignment?

Rotating machinery is susceptible to misalign-ment. Machines that are well aligned at the commissioning stage and thereafter regularly maintained, will in the long term reduce both plant operating and maintenance costs.Laser precision alignment extends machine availability as the Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) increases. It protects assets and in-creases product quality, as vibration is reduced to very low levels.When misaligned, the loading of the shafts dramatically increases due to the reaction forc-es created within the coupling.

Precision alignment guarantees

� Reduced energy consumption

� Reduction in bearing, seal, shaft and coupling failure

� Reduced bearing and coupling temperatures

� Reduced vibration

� No breaking (or cracking) of shafts

� Secure foundation bolts

Accurate shaft alignment contributes in more than one way towards great savings and a cleaner environment.

Wireless Bluetooth® Communication

SHAFTALIGN® computer is wireless-enabled. The optional RF module ensures a convenient and flexible wireless data transmission between the computer and the sensor.

Only three steps to the perfect alignment

Intuitive, innovative and precise

SHAFTALIGN® has been constructed and manufactured for industrial applications, and can be used in extreme working conditions. The computer is dustproof and water spray resistant in accordance with IP 65; the transducer and reflector are both submersible and dustproof in accordance with IP 67.

The alphanumeric keyboard and the navigation keys ensure comfortable operation of the measurement system.

SHAFTALIGN® high resolution TFT colour display is backlit. An integrated light sensor automatically adjusts display brightness allowing easy reading of measurement values in low light environments, and extends run time.

Computer with integrated rechargeable battery is optionally available. The connection to a PC and other peripheral devices such as a printer is via a USB interface.

The system offers a variety of options to generate and archive alignment measurement reports, or saving reports directly as PDF to a memory stick.

The system’s intuitive auto-flow capability guides the user progressively to enter machine dimensions.

Only 3 or 4 readings over a rotation angle of less than 70° are required to determine the precise alignment condition.

All relevant alignment results are displayed in one screen including the alignment status evaluation via “Smiley” and LED.

The standard of laser shaft alignment

Active clock measurement mode

Intelligent and precise alignment due to the activated

electronic inclinometer used in this measurement mode.

Measurement can be taken at any 3 or 4 positions, rotating

in any direction.

Sensor angular position is automatically considered in

the calculations during shaft positioning, eliminating

possible user error.

Automatic evaluation of alignment

TolChek® – Dynamic tolerances evaluate the alignment

condition based upon the machine RPM. The Smiley and the

LED provide visual indication of the alignment condition and

a live update status during machine correction.

Sweep measurement mode (optional)

SHAFTALIGN® takes numerous readings to accurately

determine the alignment condition with a shaft rotation

of as little as 60°.

Live Move

Both horizontal and vertical coupling and foot results are

automatically calculated. The machine graphics show the

direction and the correction value of feet to be moved.

During Live Move, SHAFTALIGN® continuously measures the

corrections. The monitored changes are displayed live on the

screen.

Powerful SHAFTALIGN® features

� Single laser technology (UniBeam) Patented single laser/detector technology for easy set-up.

� Intuitive auto-flow capability The system guides the user progressively to determine the machinery alignment condition and its tolerance evaluation.

� Active clock measurement mode Intelligent and precise alignment due to the activated electronic inclinometer.

� Wireless Bluetooth® communication enabled Measurement data is transmitted wirelessly to the computer

� Dynamic tolerance (TolChek®) Automatic evaluation of alignment condition and user-defined tolerances.

� InfiniRange® Extends detector measurement range to handle gross misalignment.

� Live move Monitoring of horizontal or vertical machine corrections.

� Soft foot check Measure, correct and save results.

� File management Save measurement files in the device and generate reports as a PDF to a USB memory stick.

� Data protection Auto save and resume capability.

Standard features

Alignment of horizontal, vertical and flange-mounted machines

Alignment of coupled, uncoupled and nonrotatable shafts

Soft foot check – measure, correct and save results

UniBeam for quick adjustment of the single laser beam

Active clock measurement mode

Automatic evaluation of alignment condition with TolChek®

InfiniRange® extends detector measurement range to handle gross misalignment

QuickCheck – uses a single dimension to display both horizontal and vertical coupling values

Static measurement mode – requires any 3 of the 8 available 45° measurement positions

Live monitoring of horizontal and vertical machine corrections

Save measurement reports as PDF to a USB memory stick

Data protection – auto save and resume capability

High resolution backlit colour TFT screen

Save up to 200 measurement files in the device

Powerful options

Computer version with integrated rechargeable battery

Automatic measurement data transmission via wireless Bluetooth® module

Continuous Sweep measurement mode in combination with results table and pipe strain

Ability to enter targets and thermal growth values

Fixed feet selection – resolves base-bound and bolt-bound problems

Multipoint mode – measurement at any 3 or more positions over 60° rotation or wider

Alignment of cardan and spacer shafts

User-defined tolerances

PC software ALIGNMENT CENTER is used for preparing, analyzing, archiving measurement files and printing reports

SHAFTALIGN® at a glance

The standard of laser shaft alignment

preparing, analyzing and organizing

PC software ALIGNMENT CENTER

ALIGNMENT CENTER is a Windows® based common PC software platform for current PRÜFTECHNIK alignment instruments and applications.

Use ALIGNMENT CENTER to manage your measurement files and data, and use the two-way communication to transfer files from PC to instrument and vice versa.

ALIGNMENT CENTER simplifies job preparation as all alignment and measurement specifications including thermal growth compensation and tolerances are saved for future use. Measurement related data is also saved and the measurement history can also be followed. The software generates professional colour reports that include photos, company information and logo. Improve your alignment efficiency and productivity by utilizing this indispensible tool in your everyday alignment tasks.

ALIGNMENT CENTER is a

PC software used for preparing,

analyzing, organizing and

archiving measurement files

Quality of service

The PRÜFTECHNIK Alignment high-tech lab is

the heart of our development. Everyday, sensors,

lasers and new systems are developed, tested and

produced to the highest quality.

Because we care about the quality of our

products and our customers needs, we have

established service centres worldwide to ensure

that customers do not give up precision alignment

at any particular time.

Customized product training

Training and seminars are held

by a professional team and are

intended to support professional

users to apply the systems and

to be familiar with alignment

applications in depth.

Machinery service

PRÜFTECHNIK Alignment provides a full range

of high end alignment services. Our dedicated

machinery service experts assist you in the

overhaul of large and complex machinery as well

as in large scale alignment projects such as the

construction and installation of new turbines.

Our services include shaft alignment, monitoring

of positional changes, geometric alignment and

turbine alignment.

SERVICES AND CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Computer

CPU Intel XScale PXA270 running at 520 MHz

Memory 64 MB RAM, 64 MB Flash

Display Type: TFT, transmissive (sunlight-readable), 65 535 colours, backlit LED

Integrated light sensor for automated adjustment of the bright-ness to the display according to the lighting conditions hence extending battery life

Resolution: 320 x 240 Pixel; Dimensions: 89 mm [3,5”] diagonal

Keyboard elements: Navigation cursor cross with up, clear and menu keys; Alphanumeric keyboard with dimensions, measure and results, soft foot and move hard keys

LED indicators Multicolour LED for laser status and alignment condition

Multicolour LED for battery status

Power supply Disposable batteries: 5 x 1.5 V IEC LR6 (“AA“) with typical op-erating time of 9 hours (based upon an operating cycle of 33% measurement, 33% computation and 33% ‘sleep’ mode)

Integrated Lithium-ion polymer rechargeable battery: 7.4 V / 2.8 Ah (for optional computer) with typical operating time of 17 hours (based upon an operating cycle of 33% measure-ment, 33% computation and 33% ‘sleep’ mode)

External interface

USB host & USB slave

Integrated wireless communication, Class 1, transmitting power 100mW

RS232 (serial) for transducer

AC adapter/charger socket

Environmental

protectionIP 65 (dustproof and water spray resistant), shockproof

Relative humidity 10% to 90%

Temperature

rangeOperation: -10°C to 50°C [14°F to 122°F]

Storage: -20°C to 60°C [-4°F to 140°F]

Dimensions Approx. 220 x 165 x 45 mm [8.7” x 6.5 x 1.8”]

Weight 742 g [1.64 lb]

CE conformity EC guidelines for electric devices (73/23/EEC) and those relat-ing to electromagnetic compatibility (2004/108/EC) are fulfilled

Transducer

Measurement principle: Coaxial, reflected laser beam

Environmental protection: IP 67 (submersible, dustproof)

Ambient light protection: yes

Storage temperature: -20°C to 80°C [-4°F to 176°F]

Operating temperature: 0°C to 55°C [32°F to 131°F]

Dimensions: approx. 107 x 70 x 49 mm [4 1/4” x 2 3/4” x 2”]

Weight: approx. 177 g [6 1/2 oz.]

Laser Type: Ga-Al-As semiconductor laser

Wavelength (typical) 675 nm (red, visible)

Safety class: Class 2, FDA 21 CFR 1000 and 1040

Beam power: < 1 mW

Safety precautions: Do not look into laser beam

Detector Measurement area: unlimited, dynamically extendible (U.S. Patent 6,040,903)

Resolution: 1 µm; Accuracy (avg): > 98%

Inclinometer Measurement range: 0° to 360°; Resolution: <1°

Reflector

Type: 90° roof prism; Accuracy (avg): > 99%

Environmental protection: IP 67 (submersible, dustproof)

Storage temperature: -20°C to 80°C [-4°F to 176°F]

Operating temperature: -20°C to 60°C [-4°F to 140°F]

Dimensions: approx. 100 x 41 x 35 mm [4” x 1 5/8” x 1 3/8”]

Weight: approx. 65 g [2 1/2 oz.]

Carrying case

Standard: ABS, drop tested 2 m [6 1/2 ft])

Case dimensions: approx. 470 x 400 x 195 mm [18 1/2” x 15 3/4” x 7 3/4”]

Weight, including all standard parts: approx. 5.8 kg [12.8 lb]

PRÜFTECHNIKAlignment Systems GmbHFreisinger Str. 3485737 IsmaningGermanyTel.: +49 89 99616-0Fax: +49 89 99616-100info@pruftechnik.comwww.pruftechnik.com

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SHAFTALIGN®, TolChek® and InfiniRange® are registered trademarks of PRÜFTECHNIK Dieter Busch AG. This information must not be copied or reproduced in any form whatsoever without the express written permission of PRÜFTECHNIK AG. The information contained in this leaflet is subject to change without further notice due to the PRÜFTECHNIK policy of continuous product development. PRÜFTECHNIK products are the subject of patents granted or pending throughout the world. Printed in Germany.© Copyright 2013 by PRÜFTECHNIK AG. ISO 9001:2008 certified

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